Minister, I'd like to ask some questions around lockdowns in corrections. There have been significant issues with lockdowns, first identified or reported on by the Custodial ...
All of us understand, or we should understand, the integral role that whistleblowers play in shining light into dark places.
Honourable Speaker, I rise this evening to present a petition, but it's not a normal petition. This is a petition on behalf of people detained in division 4 of Ron Barwick Prison.
Greens’ reforms to strengthen protection for whistleblowers have passed the Tasmanian House of Assembly.
It has been heartening to hear the across-the-board support for the Custodial Inspector and their work and their role. Thank you for your contributions there.
It gives me pleasure to move the Custodial Inspector Amendment (Protection from Reprisal) Bill 2025. At the outset I want to acknowledge the work of the Custodial Inspector.
Reports from the ABC that until recently child sex offenders were allegedly working at adult reception prisons where youth were detained are deeply disturbing.
I reiterate what the member for Bass, Cecily Rosol, who is taking carriage of this bill for the Greens today, has said about the Custodial Inspector.
Every member in this place, particularly the members who were involved in the Corrections portfolio, would be aware of the critical work the Custodial Inspector undertakes.
Greens’ reforms to strengthen protection for whistleblowers have passed the Tasmanian House of Assembly.